Program Coordinator (CSE)

Georgetown University; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a Program Coordinator (CSE) on the Main Campus to support the Center for Student Engagement. The role handles front-line reception, administrative processes, student organization advising, and event programming with a focus on leadership development.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 1–3 years of related experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and comfort with office software. It may involve evening/weekend hours during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-3 years of experience in student activities, advising or related fields.
• Excellent organizational, communication and writing skills.
• Ability to prioritize, be detail-oriented and flexible in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with Google and Microsoft Office suites.

Responsibilities

• Welcome walk-in traffic and handle front-line office duties.
• Provide advising for student organizations and programming development.
• Manage financials for student organizations and maintain calendars.
• Train student leaders and supervise 6-8 student staff.
• Support event logistics and collaboration with campus partners.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

1-3 years experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel / Higher Education (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

GMS / Workday

CampusGroups

Job description

## Program Coordinator (CSE)Apply: On Campus: Main Campus: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR27512Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.**Requirements****Job Overview**The Program Coordinator position in the Center for Student Engagement (CSE) will serve as the first point of contact for the office, greeting all walk-in traffic, managing financial and administrative processes, student organization advising, and providing customer service for a variety of functional areas. The purpose of this role is to support the Center’s mission of providing learning and development opportunities for undergraduate students through administrative assistance to the CSE team, campus departments and partners, and undergraduate students.The Program Coordinator is responsible for the frontline staff that manages a number of processes and procedures that require direct interaction with students, faculty, staff, and community members on a regular basis. The Program Coordinator will also advise students and student organizations in programming, organizational and leadership development and will design programs to involve students in campus life and co-curricular learning experiences. Additional responsibilities include: managing the financial expenses of student organizations; supervising a team of student employees taking in and reviewing paperwork; maintaining reservation calendars for CSE spaces; training student leaders; managing the use and maintenance of student organization equipment; monitoring and ordering supplies; creating reports; regularly working with students to assist with event and organizational support; and supporting CSE staff in programming logistics.**Work Interactions**The Program Coordinator reports directly to and is supervised by the Associate Director of Student Engagement. The Program Coordinator supervises approximately 6-8 student staff members. Along with the Associate Director and other Program Coordinators, this team makes up the core of the advising structure for Georgetown’s over 200 student organizations. The Program Coordinator provides administrative support for the Director and Associate/Assistant Director of Student Engagement, the Director of Debate, the Director of Outdoor Education, and the Director of Orientation, Transition, and Family Engagement.This position requires a person with strong attention to detail, the ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task, the ability to be flexible and proactive, and a genuine interest in working with students and colleagues across the university, while being responsive to working across differences. The position also calls for a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. The person must be a highly motivated, self-starter and an effective communicator within the Student Engagement team. This position occasionally work nights and weekends during heavy programming and training seasons and to cover weekly board meetings.The Center for Student Engagement is a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Student contact is extensive and substantive. Staff members work collaboratively within the office and with many other university-wide constituent groups. Staff members are expected to exercise a high degree of responsibility and independent judgment and occasionally work irregular or extended hours.**Requirements and Qualifications*****Minimum Qualifications:**** Bachelor’s degree* 1-3 years of experience working in student activities, student advising, student affairs, etc* Excellent organizational skills, combined with strong communication and writing skills* Ability to prioritize work with a strong attention to detail* Demonstrated flexibility in a dynamic work environment* Familiarity with the Google and Microsoft Office suites, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel* Excellent interpersonal skills* High level of professional and polished communication* Ability to perform light to moderate physical activity and to provide physical support on site to student programs on an occasional basis.***Preferred Experience**** Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, or related field* Experience in a diverse, high intensity academic environment* Familiarity with GMS/Workday* Familiarity with CampusGroups or other student engagement platforms* Familiarity with financial and human resource management tools* Supervision experience* Demonstrated experience in logistical oversight or administrative support**Work Mode Designation**This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.**Pay Range:**The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:$39,930.00 - $59,694.78